ENGLISH WRITING TIPS for Letters of Application
ENGLISH WRITING TIPS FOR LETTERS OF APPLICATION
Useful phrases for letters of application
ESL writing tips - Greetings:
- Dear Sir
- Dear Madam
- Dear Sir/Madam
- Dear Mr Brown
- Dear Ms Jones etc.
ESL writing tips - Reason for writing:
- I am writing in response to the job advertisement which I saw in
- I am writing with regard to the job offer which I saw in
English writing tips - Describing character:
- I am generally considered hardworking. For example I
- I am generally considered outgoing. For example I
- I consider myself a good team member. For example I
- I consider myself a sociable person. For example I
- I would say I was an industrious person. For example
- In my present post I have often needed to show initiative. For example
ESL writing tips - Presenting qualifications:
- I obtained a degree in ………… from ……….. University achieving a ……. grade
- I have …. A levels in ……., ……., ………, and ………
- I also have a ……. qualification
- I hold a full driving licence
EFL writing tips - Language ability:
- I am a native ……… speaker and also fluent in …………
- I have an Intermediate level in ……
- I have an advanced level in ……
EFL writing tips - Describing experience:
- I have experience of this type of work because
- My job at ………….. has given me experience of this type of work
- Although I have no direct experience, I have
ESL writing tips - Offering further information:
- Should you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me
- If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me
- I will gladly supply any further information
English writing tips - Availability for interview:
- I am available for interview at your convenience
Writing advice - Ending the letter:
- I look forward to receiving your reply
- I look forward to your reply
- Yours sincerely (if addressed to a named person)
- Yours faithfully (to unnamed person)
Letters of Application - SAMPLE QUESTIONS
English writing tips for Letters of Application - Sample Question 1
Write 120-180 words or 250 plus words for advanced studentsin an appropriate style
You see the following advertisement in an international magazine.
Can you answer YES to these questions?
Is so we would love to hear from you! We are looking for energetic and cheerful guides to lead our 15-day coach tours round Europe. Tell us why you are the person for the job.
Write a letter of application. You must use grammatically correct sentences with accurate spelling and punctuation in a style appropriate for the situation.
English writing tips for Letters of Application - Sample Question 2
Write 120-180 words or 250 plus words for Advanced studentsin an appropriate style
You see the following advertisement for a job in Ireland.
IRISH SUMMER CAMPS
If you speak good English and you are hardworking, energetic and cheerful then you are the right person for us. You will:
- look after children aged 8-15
- help to organise sports and evening activities
- work in the kitchen
Write to Mr. Riley and explain why you are a suitable person for the job.
Write a letter of application. You must use grammatically correct sentences with accurate spelling and punctuation in a style appropriate for the situation.
STUDENTS OF BRAY'S
Students of Bray's Inglés Santander can copy and paste your letter in the space below. Alternatively you can attach a Word document and forward it to the email address you have been given in class.
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